The STRAIGHTBURNER has switched positions from flanker to split end. Duly noted. I read that as, Dyrell has a better chance getting playing time over Coles than Davis. The positions are quite similar, the frequency at which each run specific routes is a notable difference. Some statistics to chew on, Boykin, Coale, Roberts and Davis caught 29%, 22%, 16% and 4% of completions in 2009, and 25%, 19.5% 10.5% 9.5% in 2010 respectively. What do you think the breakdown will be like this season?

On this year's roster alone, there are 11 players with a father or sibling that once played at the school, including four starters on defense. Since Coach Frank Beamer took over the program in 1987, he has coached at least 70 players with a father or brother who previously played for the Hokies, according to Virginia Tech's sports information department.

MUST CREDIT BEAMERBALL.COM AND @BEAMER_BALL. Bud Foster described linebacker Telvion Clark as having, "a tremendous camp", and now he's starting at backer over Tariq Edwards. Redshirt freshman defensive end Zack McCray will have the opportunity to work his way onto the two-deep this week. Backup tight end Eric Martin is still not practicing and can be out for as long as two weeks.

I believe Collin Carroll's Tweets will have a prominent place in Hokie Tracks going forward.

I say Davis pushes or even overtakes Coale. It will be close. To me it seems as if Logan and Davis have a good connection. Also, Davis will see a lot more snaps early in the season as Coale and Boykin sit out some 4th quarters. With that said, I see Boykin 24%, Coale 17%, Davis 17%, Roberts 7%. An interesting question is how much will DW be a factor in the passing game? I expect a higher than normal percentage going to the RB this season.

2011 gives me reservations about Clemson given their new quicker offense and our lack of depth at D-line with Andre Ellington running the ball. I still worry about our ability to stop the rush and on-field communication between our defense.